Axar Patel struck an emotional note after Delhi Capitals’ win over Rajasthan Royals, dedicating the victory to two fans who lost their lives in a tragic road accident in Delhi. The news from the DC skipper came moments after his side ended a tough run with a win in Jaipur.
The incident cast a shadow over DC’s previous game. Speaking at the post-match presentation, Axar addressed the tragedy and paid his respects.
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“I just want to add that – after the tragedy that befell our fans after the last game – I want to express my deepest condolences for their loss. I would like to dedicate this win to them; they were two members of our DC family. Thank you all so much,” said Axar.
The honor came later DC snapped their three-match losing streak with a seven-wicket winchasing 226 with five balls to spare, their highest successful run in IPL history. It was a much-needed turnaround after back-to-back setbacks and one the team decided to dedicate to their supporters.
WHO WERE THE DC FANS WHO DIED?
The victims were two cousins, Yagya Bhatia (20) and Abhav Bhatia (14), who were returning home after a Delhi Capitals match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Delhi. The two were riding a bike when they were involved in an accident on Ashoka Road in central Delhi.
According to the police, the accident took place near the T-point on Mahadev Road when a truck ran over them while taking a turn. The vehicle fled the scene and both victims were seriously injured. A PCR call was received around 10.30 pm after which they were taken to Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital where they were declared brought in.
Both Yagya, an undergraduate student, and Abhav, a class 10 student, were residents of Ashok Nagar and active members of the ‘DC Toli’ fan group, making the loss even more personal for the franchise.
HOW DC DEFEATED RR
DC’s win over RR was emphatic and timely. Chasing 226, they completed the highest run chase in their IPL history, getting there with five balls to spare and ending a three-match losing streak that included a 264 not out against Punjab Kings and being bowled out for 75 by Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka set the tone with a 110-run stand in 9.3 overs, with Nissanka hitting 62 off 33 balls and Rahul hitting 75 off 40. Even after Riyan Parag’s 90 earlier put RR in a strong position, DC remained in control during the chase.
Nitish Rana added 33 off 17 while Tristan Stubbs (18) and Ashutosh Sharma (25) ensured there were no late hiccups. Ashutosh’s 16-run knock in the 18th over sealed the game and capped off a performance that gave DC something to celebrate even as they recalled two of their own.
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Issued by:
Debodinna Chakraborty
Published on:
May 2, 2026 0:40 AM IST
